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The word that most symbolises 2014? Foodbank

The word ‘foodbank’ symbolises 2014 for me. A dreadful year that exposed the casual cruelties ...

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Many have never had it so bad

Every New Year offers hope. Right now, its bad for too many. Lets hope 2015 ...

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A manifesto for 2015

For 2015, here’s a five-point manifesto for politicians with imagination, with the promises I would ...

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Where will localism lead us in 2015?

If Scotland is to be given considerably more decision-making power, then the legitimate demands of ...

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Charitable bonds can help Scotland provide affordable housing for all

In a fair and socially just society we want to make sure that everyone in ...

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2015 is the year the cuts will really kick in

One of the things I’d like to see, in order to release the necessary capital ...

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Autumn statement: Treasury pulls the wrong levers

Further cuts and a public sector the size of that in 1930 are, of course, ...

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A Christmas list for collaborators

For communities to notice the difference we need a commitment to building readiness, real sharing ...

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Ideas for change: Promise or Pay

As charitable giving declines, can technology inspire a new generation to be donate?

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The economic benefit of poverty reduction

Today we reveal new analysis showing the economic benefits that would accrue to the local ...